Transfer Case

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Set the ST1, ST2, iron plate and the transfer case to the press.
NOTE:
- Set the ST2 under ST1.
- Set the transfer case so that the hole for shifter arm is positioned vertically.
- Insert the iron plate which is thicker than the exposed length of the transfer case knock pin between the ST and transfer case.
- Set the iron plate so that the transfer case knock pin does not ride on the iron plate.
ST1 498267300 CYLINDER HEAD TABLE

ST2 498267200 CYLINDER HEAD TABLE

Fig 1: Setting ST1, ST2 And Transfer Case To Press
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Press-fit the roller bearing using the ST.
Press-fit depth of needle bearing:

A: 0±0.2 mm (0±0.01 in) from the end of transfer case

ST 899864100 REMOVER

Fig 2: Pressing To Fit Roller Bearing Using ST
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Remove the iron plate, and turn over the transfer case.
NOTE: Set the transfer case so that the hole for shifter arm is positioned vertically.
Press-fit the roller bearing using the ST.
Press-fit depth of needle bearing:

A: 0±0.2 mm (0±0.01 in) from the end of transfer case

ST 899864100 REMOVER

Fig 3: Pressing To Fit Roller Bearing Using ST
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Install the shifter arm to the transfer case, and make sure that the shift arm moves smoothly.
Install the oil guide to the transfer case.
NOTE: Use a new installing bolt.

Tightening torque:

6.4 N.m (0.7 kgf-m, 4.7 ft-lb)

Fig 4: Oil Guide With Bolt
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Install the reverse check sleeve assembly to the transfer case. < Refer to INSTALLATION , Reverse Check Sleeve. >
Install the oil seal.
NOTE: Use a new oil seal.

Press-fit depth of oil seal:

A: 1±0.2 mm (0.04±0.01 in) from the end of transfer case

Fig 5: Identifying Press-Fit Depth Of Oil Seal
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